Overview
Evergreen Natural Resources - Cimarron WA is a hazardous waste treatment facility located in Las Animas County, Colorado, United States. It operates under NAICS code 562211 for hazardous waste treatment and disposal.
Evergreen Natural Resources - Cimarron WA is a hazardous waste treatment facility situated in Las Animas County, Colorado, approximately 16.9 miles south of La Veta. The facility is operational and classified under NAICS code 562211, which covers hazardous waste treatment and disposal. As part of the solid waste management sector, this facility handles hazardous materials requiring specialized treatment processes. The facility operates within the regulatory framework of the United States, including the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) Subtitle C for hazardous waste management. Colorado's solid waste regulations align with federal standards, ensuring proper handling, treatment, and disposal of hazardous waste. The facility's location in a rural area of southern Colorado suggests it may serve regional industrial or commercial generators of hazardous waste. Environmental significance includes the management of hazardous waste to prevent contamination of soil and groundwater. The facility's proximity to the Cimarron River watershed necessitates careful leachate management and spill prevention. Proper operation reduces risks to local ecosystems and communities, supporting Colorado's environmental protection goals.
Environmental context
The facility is located in a rural area of Las Animas County, Colorado, near the Cimarron River watershed. Hazardous waste treatment facilities must manage risks such as groundwater contamination from leaks or spills, air emissions from treatment processes, and soil contamination. The region's semi-arid climate and agricultural land use require stringent environmental controls to protect water resources and local ecosystems.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located in Las Animas County, Colorado, approximately 16.9 miles south of La Veta, with the address SWNE SEC 18 T32S R67W, La Veta, CO 81091.
It is a hazardous waste treatment facility that handles and processes hazardous materials under NAICS code 562211, ensuring compliance with RCRA Subtitle C regulations.
As a hazardous waste treatment facility, it manages hazardous wastes generated by industrial, commercial, and other sources, subject to federal and state regulations.
Hazardous waste treatment facilities in the U.S. must comply with the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) Subtitle C, which governs the generation, transportation, treatment, storage, and disposal of hazardous waste.
The facility implements measures to prevent leaks, spills, and emissions, including proper containment, monitoring, and emergency response plans, to protect groundwater and soil in the surrounding area.
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